Population Size
The Population Size index provides critical data on the distribution and density of people across Ghana. This information is foundational for assessing climate risk and vulnerability, as population size directly influences exposure to hazards, adaptive capacity, and the need for resource allocation. Users can explore population data at various spatial levels, including national and sub-national (Regional and District scales, to better understand how demographic factors interact with climate vulnerabilities. Visualizations and analytics empower stakeholders to identify high-risk areas and inform decision-making for sustainable development and resilience planning.
Total Population
31.7 Million (2021 Census)Regional Distribution
- Greater Accra: 5.4M
- Ashanti: 5.7M
- Northern: 2.3M
- Other Regions: 18.3M
Age Distribution
This page provides insight into the population structure of Ghana, segmented by age groups. This information is critical for assessing vulnerability to climate risks, as different age groups (children, the elderly, and the working-age population) experience varying levels of exposure and adaptive capacity. Users can analyze this data to identify age-specific needs, tailor climate adaptation, and resilience strategies accordingly, ensuring no group is left behind.
Age Groups
Gender Ratio
This index highlights the proportion of males to females within Ghana's population. Understanding gender dynamics is essential for identifying how climate risks and vulnerabilities disproportionately affect men and women. This index supports stakeholders in integrating gender-sensitive approaches to climate risk assessments and ensuring that interventions address the unique challenges faced by different gender groups
Male Population
49.3% 15.6MFemale Population
50.7% 16.1MUrban/Rural Population
This page examines the distribution of Ghana's population between urban and rural areas. This data is crucial for understanding spatial variations in exposure to climate hazards, as well as the differing adaptive capacities of urban and rural communities. By visualizing and analyzing this index, users can better target interventions, allocate resources, and design climate resilience strategies tailored to the unique characteristics of each population group
Urban Population
56.7% 18.0MRural Population
43.3% 13.7MMajor Urban Centers
- Accra: 2.5M
- Kumasi: 2.0M
- Tamale: 0.4M
Population Density in Hazard-Prone Areas
This index provides essential data on the concentration of people living in regions that are exposed to climate hazards such as floods, droughts, and extreme weather events. By highlighting these high-density zones, this index plays a critical role in understanding the scale of human exposure to climate risks and informing disaster preparedness efforts. Users can analyze this data to identify vulnerable populations at both national and sub-national scales, enabling the prioritization of risk-reduction measures, resource allocation, and emergency response planning. The index empowers stakeholders to implement strategies that mitigate risks and enhance resilience in these critical areas
High-Risk Zones
Medium-Risk Zones
Low-Risk Zones
Major Hazard Types
- Flood-prone areas: 2.8M people
- Coastal erosion zones: 1.4M people
- Drought-susceptible regions: 3.2M people